1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante.
2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante has manual transmission. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Disco Volante | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3510 mm |
